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The Mediterranean is warming up fast
Europe is the world’s fastest-warming continent, with temperatures rising at around twice the global average, according to the UN’s World Meteorological Organization and the European Union’s climate agency, Copernicus.
This has been felt most keenly over central and southeastern Europe and the Mediterranean – with Greece especially hard hit.
Its mosaic of islands makes it especially vulnerable during wildfires, due to varied microclimates, unique ecosystems and logistical challenges.
Marine heatwaves coupled with hot, dry weather are adding to the country’s extreme weather woes by contributing to fiercer and more frequent storms – like September 2023’s Storm Daniel.
New laws have been introduced this year to curb the impact of wildfires. These include enforcing the removal of biomass from within or near forest areas.
Experts are also looking at a range of technical solutions to tackle wildfires – including drones and temperature sensors.
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